Group Home Youth Counselor I

The Group Home Youth Counselor is responsible for the treatment of up to 8 youth in the Teaching Family Home under the direction of the Group Home Manager. This position completes regular safety checks, program documentation, and facility upkeep throughout the overnight hours while residents are sleeping. During resident waking hours, this position provides teaching, guidance and supervision to youth.  

Core duties and responsibilities: 

· Implement approved Individual Service Plans and Behavior Support Plans for each youth 

· Provide a therapeutic, family-style treatment environment for youth according to the model and standards developed by VHBG (including overseeing physical care, helping youth develop acceptable habits and attitudes, positive behavioral supports, crisis intervention, assisting with the upkeep of the physical environment) 

· Communicate professionally with clients’ teachers, parents, caseworkers, and probation officers, etc.  

· Transport clients if needed 

· Document activities, behaviors, contacts, and interventions as they occur 

· Work a two week rotating schedule 

· Embrace agency commitment to open communication in both giving and receiving information and feedback. 

Experience and Education: 

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum of 6 months working with children or adolescents required. One year of experience working with youth in a group home facility is preferred.  Clinical experience working with youth is preferred.  

In addition, the candidate must possess a valid Virginia Driver’s License with driving record in good standing, must be able to successfully clear background checks associated with job, and must successfully complete in-house training.  

VHBG will provide you a hiring bonus of $500 on your one month anniversary and then a retention bonus of $1,500 on the first paycheck following your first year anniversary. If your employment with VHBG is ended for any reason prior to six months of employment, the first installment will be recouped in your final paycheck. 

About the Culture at VHBG

VHBG's leadership team encourages employees to bring their authentic self to work, whatever that means for that employee. We do this through unbiased recruiting practices, advocating for employees to participate in our inclusion ambassador council, implementing employee feedback and offering training opportunities focused on diversity, inclusion and equity. VHBG nurtures belonging and retains a highly engaged workforce in order to achieve the best experience and outcomes for our clients. 

VHBG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, genetic information, age, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status as a protected veteran, disability, or other status protected under federal, state, or local law